Catering and Hospitality Technician and Teaching Assistant

Bexhill College; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Bexhill College is seeking a Catering and Hospitality Technician and Teaching Assistant to support practical sessions and assist students with academic work in the catering department. The role spans across two professional kitchens and involves helping with assessments and verification of student work.

The position is part-time (33 hours over 5 days, term-time only) and requires Level 3 catering qualifications and an enhanced DBS check. The salary is up to £24,759 with the pay award pending.

Qualifications

• Catering qualifications at level 3.
• Strong communication and teaching-support abilities.
• Experience in catering environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support practical sessions in the catering department.
• Assist students with academic elements of the course.
• Assist with assessment and verification of student work.

Skills

Catering background

Communication skills

Teaching support

Education

Level 3 catering qualifications

Job description

Catering and Hospitality Technician and Teaching Assistant

Salary Up to £24,759 (pay award pending)

An opportunity has arisen for a Catering and Hospitality Technician and Teaching Assistant to work within the College. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic catering department within our outstanding college. The successful candidate will ensure practical sessions are prepared as well as supporting students with the academic elements of the course both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition, they will support the assessment process by using their skills and knowledge to assess and verify students work.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for the culinary arts, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting students in their learning journey. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a catering and hospitality background who are eager to inspire and guide the next generation of aspiring chefs. Candidates should hold catering qualifications at level 3.

The College has two professional catering kitchens and the successful candidate will work across both kitchens support catering staff in thier work. You will need to be proactive, reliable and approachable, as well as being flexible and adaptable working within this busy environment. No two days are the same. You will need to be able to use your initiative and be a self starter.

This is a part time role - 33 hours over 5 days and term time only.

The College is a ‘regulated activity’ and as such, successful candidates will be required to possess an enhanced DBS certificate to be employed at the College. DBS application is facilitated by the College.

Please be aware that we are also required to conduct online searches as part of our safeguarding checks and due diligence for all shortlisted candidates.

The successful candidates will be required to possess an enhanced DBS certificate to be employed at the College.

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